374015 – Microsoft Copilot (Microsoft 365): Bing search integration brings the power of the web to your chats in Word (archived)

Product:

Copilot, Microsoft 365 Apps, Microsoft 365 Copilot, Microsoft Search

Platform:

Web, World tenant

Status:

Launched

Change type:

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Details:

Ask Copilot a question in Word chat and Copilot generates an answer using the power of integrated Bing search. And you never have to leave the app.

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Scope:
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Release Phase:
General Availability

Created:
2024-04-19

updated:
2025-02-01

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Direct effects for Operations**

- Direct Impact on IT Operations
- Increased demand on network bandwidth due to real-time Bing search integration within Word.
- Roles impacted: Network Administrators, IT Operations Managers.
- Dependency: Network infrastructure must support increased data flow; potential need for bandwidth upgrades.
- Potential for increased support tickets related to user experience with Copilot features.
- Roles impacted: Helpdesk Support Staff, IT Service Managers.
- Interdependency: Helpdesk systems may require updates to handle new types of queries related to Copilot.

- Direct Impact on IT Services
- Integration of Bing search may lead to data privacy concerns, requiring updates to compliance policies and user training.
- Roles impacted: Compliance Officers, IT Security Managers.
- Dependency: Existing data governance frameworks must be reviewed to ensure compliance with GDPR and other regulations.
- Changes in user workflows as Copilot alters how users interact with Word, potentially leading to productivity disruptions.
- Roles impacted: End Users, Team Leaders, Project Managers.
- Interdependency: Collaboration tools and document management systems may need adjustments to align with new workflows introduced by Copilot.

For further information on Microsoft Copilot and its implications, you can refer to the official Microsoft documentation and announcements available at [Microsoft 365 Copilot](https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/copilot).